Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! Our Sunday Guides, December issue is filled with merriment - a festive home with delicious food, a cozy fire, gingerbread spices, our Buche de Noël recipe, a holiday getaway to Old Montreal, Canada, pepperoni pinwheels, Christmas Eve hors d'oeuvres, fashion and beauty, and our boutique's most stylish outfits.
Read moreRhodes, Greece Travel Guide: Lindos, Old Town, Beaches and Best Things to Do — Sunday Guides November 2024 by The Paris House
Our November issue of Sunday Guides highlights a trip to Rhodes, Greece - Kokkini Porta Rossa, The Acropolis of Lindos, St. Paul's Bay, The Medieval Town of Rhodes, The Jewish Museum of Rhodes, Kallithea, Anthony Quinn Bay, restaurants, beauty, fashion, and shopping. Also, an Autumn in NYC photoshoot, Holiday Floral Design Class, Christmas Photoshoot, Galentine's Girls Night, Table Design, & more.
Read moreFall Foliage Getaways: Adirondacks, Vermont, New England and Montreal — Sunday Guides October 2024 by The Paris House
Welcome to our 250 page Collectors Edition, filled with our favorite Fall Foliage getaways and more! In this Sunday Guides we will journey together through Upstate New York and the Adirondacks, Autumn in New York City, the New York Botanical Gardens, Old Montreal Canada, Vermont, Stockbridge and Lenox Massachusetts, Salem, the Finger Lakes Region, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Sleepy Hollow, and more.
Read moreMaine Travel Guide: Coastal Towns, Best Lobster Roll, Perkins Cove and Portland — Sunday Guides August 2024 by The Paris House
Explore the beauty of Maine with charming coastal towns, fresh seafood, scenic views, and the best things to do in this classic New England destination. Maine, America’s Best Lobster Roll, Perkins Cove, The Marginal Way, Tides Beach Club, Plan a Party by the Water, Early Fall Fashion, Portland in a Day, The Best Nail Polish Ever
Read moreNewport, Rhode Island Travel Guide: Cliff Walk, Mansions, Restaurants and Things to Do — Sunday Guides July 2024 by The Paris House
Explore Newport, Rhode Island with coastal views, historic mansions, Cliff Walk, fresh lobster rolls, and timeless New England charm. Cliff Walk, Best Lobster Rolls, Hotels and Dining, The Breakers, Summer Fashion Looks, Humidity Proof Your Hair, Favorite Bronzing Gel, Map of Newport, History, Springline Coffee, Dining at The Mooring Restaurant, The Chanler at Cliff Walk, More Dining in Town, Newport Lobster Shack…
Read moreRome, Italy Travel Guide: Best Things to Do, Food, Hotels and Hidden Gems — Sunday Guides June 2024 by The Paris House
Explore Rome, Italy with our travel guide featuring iconic landmarks, historic sites, must-see attractions, and the best places to eat in the Eternal City. A Roman Holiday, Flowers, Gardens, Historic Tours, Food, Fashion. Including Hotel Splendide Royal, a Roman flower design class, the Coliseum, Borghese Gardens and Villa Borghese, Italian food, evening walking tour of Rome, The Pantheon, Mouth of Truth, Temple of Hercules, Trevi Fountain, Vatican, Spanish Steps…
Read moreMother's Day Guide: Brunch Ideas, Gift Ideas, Flowers, and Recipes — Sunday Guides May 2024 by The Paris House
Celebrate Mother’s Day with brunch ideas, thoughtful gifts, flowers, recipes, and beautiful ways to make the day special. Learn how to make a DIY floral ice bucket, take a tour of the Mayflower Inn & Spa in Washington, Connecticut, try our recipes for Blue Lemon Thyme Pound Cake and Asparagus Gruyere Tart, shop our selection of Bridal & Mother’s Day Flowers, update your wardrobe with Paris House Boutique spring fashion, and more.
Read moreMallorca, Spain Travel Guide: Best Beaches, Palma Old Town and Things to Do — Sunday Guides April 2024 by The Paris House
Explore Mallorca, Spain with stunning beaches, coastal towns, Palma’s Old Town, and the best of Mediterranean travel and lifestyle. Join us as we explore Hotel Cappuccino in Palma, quaint villages, breathtaking scenic drives along the coast, dreamy beach clubs at Formentor Playa, Cala Deia, Placa de Toros and Alcudia, Cathedral of Palma, and the Royal Palace of La Almudaina…
Read moreEdinburgh, Scotland Travel Guide: Castle, Royal Mile, Hidden Gems and Best Things to Do — Sunday Guides March 2024 by The Paris House
Explore Edinburgh, Scotland with historic castles, the Royal Mile, cobblestone streets, and the best things to do in this iconic city. In this March issue of Sunday Guides, we explore Edinburgh, Scotland. Join us as we tour The Witchery by Edinburgh Castle, enjoy high tea at The Secret Garden, take a Whisky & Wine Tour with Swirl Sip Socialise, learn Secrets of a Scottish Sommelier, and visit The Highlands and Lochs, The Royal Mile, National Museum of Scotland, Holyrood Palace, The Balmoral Hotel, and more.
Read moreValentine's Day Guide: Romantic Ideas, Gift Ideas, Flowers, and Recipes — Sunday Guides February 2024 by The Paris House
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with romantic ideas, thoughtful gifts, recipes, and beautiful ways to make the day special. Learn how to make a decorative Rose Petal Ice Bucket, view flowers by Paris House, a Galentine’s soiree editorial photoshoot, Shop This Story, beauty, delicious Valentine’s Day recipes, romantic Restaurants and Cafes, and more.
Read moreBeginner's Guide to Planting a Rose Garden: Tips, Care, and Best Varieties — Sunday Guides January 2024 by The Paris House
Learn how to start a rose garden with simple beginner tips for planting, growing, and caring for beautiful, healthy roses. Watch a short video about “Gardens Around the World”, discover how we’ve been growing roses for 30 years at our historic home in Northeast New Jersey, learn “Ten Tips” for how to create your own rose garden, Shop Garden Items and Roses, enjoy a recipe for Blueberry Smash, Shop This Dress, and more.
Read moreDeck The Halls
This weeks Sunday Guides is exclusively for our Newsletter Subscribers! And as always it is Complimentary!!
Happy Holidays
Editor’s Letter
By Michele Rosenthal. Follow me on Instagram @theparishouse
Greetings from The Paris House! We are popping by to say Happy Holidays!
We are featuring exclusive content for our email subscribers only! Pour yourself a cup of coffee, tea, or hot chocolate - relax for a few moments and enjoy our Sunday Guides!
Oh how wonderful Sundays are at home. A cozy fire is going by the kitchen in our approximately 200 year old Carriage House. Christmas music is playing in the background & always something delicious baking in the oven. Our favorite Christmas candles are burning.
We are planting another several hundred bulbs in the garden with our head Gardener today!! The mild weather is making this possible. It sure is busy, but in the best way. How wonderful it will be when all the tulips & daffodils bloom this spring! Hard work pays off. We will share our garden guides soon for those who want to learn more about gardening.
Today we are sharing a few more excursions in New York City, a fun Christmas cocktail recipe, some upcoming events at Paris House, Flowers, Fashion, and more!
Wishing you the merriest Christmas & the Happiest Holiday
xoxo
Michele
Christmas Ideas, Recipes, Décor, Entertaining, and Holiday Inspiration — Sunday Guides December 2023 by The Paris House
Celebrate the season with Christmas ideas including festive recipes, holiday décor, entertaining inspiration, and beautiful ways to gather. Discover Elegant Recipes for Special Occasions, learn how to set a fashionable holiday table, explore NYC during the holidays, Shop This Story, watch our “Old Montreal Christmas Getaway” video, and explore Paris House set design, fashion styling, entertaining, cooking, floral design, classes, Guided Tours of the historic NYC Flower District, and more.
Read moreSaratoga Springs, NY Travel Guide: Best Restaurants, Spas, and Weekend Getaway — Sunday Guides October 2023 by The Paris House
Explore Saratoga Springs, NY with relaxing spas, charming downtown shops, and the best things to do for a perfect getaway. This issue of Sunday Guides highlights our favorite things to do with the entire family – where to stay, where to eat, where to shop, and things to do. Watch our “Saratoga Springs Tour” video.
Read moreFall Foliage Getaway Guide: Best Autumn Destinations in New England and the Northeast — Sunday Guides November 2024 by The Paris House
From Vermont to the Adirondacks and beyond, discover a collection of picturesque fall foliage getaways designed for crisp air, colorful landscapes, and unforgettable autumn moments. In this issue of Sunday Guides, we explore Fall Foliage in the Adirondacks, New England, and Canada. Watch our 20-minute Fall Foliage episode, discover Vermont Foliage at The Woodstock Inn, Hotel William Gray, and the Bennington Monument, enjoy our Cider Glazed Apple Dumplings recipe, shop our stylish Fall Fashion picks, and more.
Read moreBrunch Edition: Brunch Guide, Elegant Recipes, Hosting Ideas, and Inspiration for the Perfect Weekend Brunch — Sunday Guides September 2023 by The Paris House
A beautifully curated guide to Sunday brunch—featuring seasonal recipes, thoughtful hosting ideas, and effortless ways to elevate your weekend table. In this Bruch Edition of Sunday Guides, learn how to make Pain Perdu (Overnight French Toast with Pecans), Blood Orange Mimosas, Vanilla Yogurt Parfaits, and more. Also, Shop This Story and Flower Delivery.
Read moreA Tropical Party: Tropical Summer Entertaining Ideas, Recipes, Grilled Dishes, and Outdoor Party Inspiration — Sunday Guides August 2023 by The Paris House
We are savoring every day of Summer! This week’s Sunday Guides is all about having fun and enjoying delicious food with your favorite people! Enjoy our recipes for Jamaican Pork Tenderloin With Sauce Caribe, Mini Pineapple Upside Down Cakes, Coconut-Mint Iced Tea, Grilled Shrimp with Scape Pesto, Pina Coladas, and more. Also, Shop Our Outfits and Shop Our Flowers. Celebrate late summer with a tropical twist—featuring easy grilled recipes, refreshing mocktails, and effortless entertaining ideas. From garden-fresh pesto shrimp to pineapple desserts, this Sunday Guide is your inspiration for carefree summer gatherings.
Read moreBlueberry Cocktail
A few years ago we were in LA at @cara_hotel , it’s the chicest boutique hotel located in the Los Feliz neighborhood. The food and cocktails were incredible!
With blueberry & blackberry season upon us, we thought we would share a few recipes. From mocktails to cocktails- pop on over to our blog! Theparishouse.com
One of the easiest methods is is to simply muddle with a little sugar & fresh mint add some lemon/lime slices. Or make a blueberry or blackberry reduction on the stove with a little water, sugar to taste & fresh berries. (We pick ours from our gardens) chill in fridge then from there you can make mocktail or cocktail versions. We linked the blueberry smash recipe on the blog with vodka. I like to add to sparkling water for a delicious mocktail. You can press through a sieve but we prefer the taste and texture of keeping it as is!
Add mint if you like or some violette liquor top with Prosecco. Definitely add a pesticide free edible flower for garnish
There are so many variations on this. Another helpful tip is to freeze your berries on a baking sheet then add to zip lock bags & freeze.
Should we put this on the Paris House Garden party menu?!
#travel #mocktails #travelinspiration #losangeles #flowerpower #travelwithme #travelgirl #travelawesome #exploretocreate Recipe from Bon Appetite
Cocktail mocktail Los Feliz travel travel writer
Recipe Bon Appetit
Ingredients
6 to 8 Servings
2
lemons, sliced into rounds
2
limes, sliced into rounds
1
cup fresh blueberries
1
/2 cup (loosely packed) fresh mint leaves plus sprigs for garnish
1
1/2 cups vodka
3
/4 cup St-Germain (elderflower liqueur)
Preparation
Step 1
Using a muddler or the handle of a wooden spoon, coarsely mash lemon and lime slices, blueberries, and mint leaves in a large pitcher. Stir in vodka, St-Germain, and 2 cups of ice cubes.
Step 2
Divide drink among coupe or highball glasses; top with more ice cubes. Garnish each drink with a mint sprig.
Nutrition Per Serving
7 servings
1 serving contains: Calories (kcal) 220 Fat (g) 0 Saturated Fat (g) 0 Cholesterol (mg) 0 Carbohydrates (g) 16 Dietary Fiber (g) 2 Total Sugars (g) 11 Protein (g) 0 Sodium (mg) 0
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Vanilla Bean Yogurt parfaits
Easy and delicious Breakfast & Brunch Recipes!
Perfect For Your Next Party
Recipe
Scrape one vanilla beam into a container of greek yogurt. We like FAGE full fat
Fill small bowls with layer of yogurt
Top with an excellent quality granola
We used bear naked granola
Next top with honey to taste
Then add mixed berries
***This can be made the night before & actually tastes better the next day!
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Blood Orange Mimosa
Ingredients
2 cups - Aprx 12 blood oranges- juiced
Campari
Dry champagne or Fruity Prosecco
Whichever you prefer
Add your champagne glasses to freezer while you juice the blood oranges
Divide the juice in 8 champagne flutes
Add 1 teaspoon Campari to each glass
Top with chilled orange juice
Garnish and Serve to your guests